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The Motorcycle Riders' Association of Queensland Inc.(MRAQ)is the official voice of Queensland's road riding motorcycles, off-road motorcycles, scooters and trikes communities. With more than 190,283 motorcycles and scooters now registered in Queensland, it is imperative that these people are being properly considered as a legitimate part of the transport mix.

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Hi Everyone, Riders please mark your calendars and save this date as the Motorcycle Riders Association (MRAQ) in association with Queensland Bikers are presenting the FREEDOM RIDE on the 18th of November 2017. It will start from the BP Northbound. Sign up from 9.30 am onwards, stands up and on the road at 10.30am. First […]

Safer Roads, Safer Queensland: Queensland’s Road Safety Action Plan 2017-19 Which the MRAQ where one of the steering committee members in this action plan. Safer Roads, Safer Queensland: Queensland’s Road Safety Action Plan 2017–19 (PDF, 9.76 MB) is the second action plan launched under the strategy. It covers the key steps we are taking to continue […]

A rear-wheel skid is something that has happened to and with every rider at some point or the other. Generally, it’s because of a slippery surface or incorrect and excessive braking of the rear-wheel. While it’s generally all fun and frolic to pull the handbrakes of a car and get it’s rear wheels to skid, […]

Motorcycles stop faster and accelerate harder when they’re straight up and down, because that’s when the tires put the most footprint to the road surface. Suspension components also work best in the pure vertical plane—leaning the bike over puts side loads on them, encouraging binding and frame flex. But we need to lean bikes over […]

For All Financial MRAQ Members, The MRAQ AGM will be held before the next general meeting on the same night. Nominations for President, Secretary, Treasurer positions, can be sent to this email address mraqsecretary@gmail.com This will be convened on the 12th of September 2017 at the meeting place all details on this link. Queensport Hotel […]

The MRAQ are proud to announce that we have worked with the Council and they have opened the additional 24 motorcycle parking at Kurilpa Point yesterday providing a total of 53 free off street spaces at this site. This provides a total of 106 free off street spaces replaced of the 90 free off street […]

Front End Feel How To Develop Front End Feel This article is aimed at advanced motorcycle riding in a controlled environment. “I don’t have a good feeling with the front.“ How often do we hear the MotoGP aliens say this ? But just what do they mean, how do we feel the front? Over decades of […]

The future of motoring in Queensland was launched at Parliament House in Brisbane today – and it is electric. Environment Minister and Acting Main Roads Minister Steven Miles officially kick-started the EV revolution in the State with the launch of the Queensland Electric Super Highway – the world’s longest in one State. Mr Miles said […]

Emergency braking causes more confusion and trepidation for riders than anything else, according to Mark McVeigh of the motoDNA motorcycle training course. How hard can I brake? Will the front wheel lock? Will I go over the handlebars? How far can I lean over on the brakes? As a motorcycle instructor I am continually amazed at […]

The Brisbane City Council in conjunction with the CBD parking working group which the MRAQ is a member of has now added an addition 17 motorcycle parking bays and continues to work to find and implement options to replace those lost to the Queens Wharf development plus add more to increase the total amount of […]

Bernie HattonMotorcycle SkillsNo Comments The knowledge of how a bike steers and balances are one of the same skill. Since 1985 I have always started my training of a learner or, an advanced rider around this theorem; which delivers results! With these essential motorcycle skills, you will be able to perform the following: 1) Know how to […]

UPDATE OF THE DIESEL SPILL ON MT TAMBOURINE from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) Thanks to the MRAQ for providing further details about the location of the diesel spill. As a result of your message of 7 July 2017, TMR investigations have identified that the spill had occurred on Tuesday 4 July […]

Steer the bike with your eyes! You go where you look! How often have we motorcyclists heard these phrases? Looking where you want to go obviously relates to vision, an important sense for everyday life, however when we introduce motorcycles, the importance of vision increases dramatically, not just as an essential tool for high performance […]

The National Transport Commission is asking for submissions rest assured your MRAQ will be making a submission. You as riders can also make your submissions by reading below for details thanks for taking the time. They want to change our filtering road rules and control of vehicle road rules, Please take the time to look […]

MRAQ Progress on “Parking spaces being replaced Since the loss of multiple motorcycle parking places due to the commencement of the Queens Wharf redevelopment in the Brisbane CBD the MRAQ has taken the lead in engaging with the Brisbane City Council and some other parties to find replacements for as many of the lost places […]

When did you buy your first smartphone? Were you in line with me on the first day of iPhone availability, or did you wait until the platforms multiplied and matured? Where are you on the early adopter curve? Do you relish the bleeding edge, or do you prefer to let someone cut a trail for […]

The MRAQ would like to thank the Queensland Minister for Transport Mark Bailey for making time is his busy schedule to arrange a meeting with himself and other department heads to discuss our concerns on the matters of finalising the last item in the revised helmet rules, improved clarification of side filtering, possible alteration to […]

Whether you ride by yourself or with a group of friends, motorcycling should be fun. But too many riders are being hurt on our roads, and it doesn’t have to be that way. Many more have close calls and some just don’t feel comfortable or confident enough to enjoy their riding experience. Good riders constantly […]

Brisbane City Council’s commitment to replace motorcycle parking bays lost to the Queen’s Wharf development is behind schedule with just over a third of the bays delivered. On February 7 the council revealed four priority sites across Brisbane CBD to add 94 motorcycle parking space by the end of that month – North Quay (37), Albert Street (10), Kurilpa Park […]

Hack Your Ride How To Accelerate Your Motorcycle Skills – To Infinity And Beyond What’s the difference between the average Joe rider and VR46? We all steer, brake, throttle, lean, look … Everyone has arms, legs, brain … So why are some riders better than others? Apart from fitness, riding motorcycles is all in your head […]

Think you can speed safely? Think again. A new Easter road safety campaign is urging drivers to rethink their speeding habits on Queensland roads. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey said the campaign – ‘Let’s change the way we look at speed’ – highlights the dangers of low-level speeding. “Around half of all […]

The RACQ is supporting the first annual Ride to Work Day tomorrow (March 1, 2017) organised by the Motorcycle Riders Association of Queensland. RACQ technical and safety officer Steve Spalding, a Suzuki Bandit owner and frequent motorcycle commuter, says he hopes the ride will alert motorists to the number of riders on the road. “These […]

Queensland riders are being urged to ride to work next Wednesday (March 1, 2017) in an effort to re-establish the annual Ride to Work Day and raise awareness among motorists of motorcycles and scooters. Motorcycle Riders Association of Queensland president Chris Mearns says riders are “often overlooked or ignored” when it comes to seeking solutions to […]

A new traffic and travel information system has been launched to help more Queenslanders better plan their journey before hitting the road. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey launched QLDTraffic at the Brisbane Traffic Management Centre today, which will replace the old 131940 website. “Our new system will provide dynamic and real-time travel […]

There have been plenty of calls in recent times for an affordable road based rider training program to be re-introduced on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Rising crash rates and increased injuries and fatalities in the region have created concern among both authorities and rider groups. As fatalities in the region reach numbers not seen in almost […]

The MRAQ is always in full support of the promotion of safety issues targeted at all road users and more specifically motorcycle riders and pillions and actively encourages all riders to gain addition training and skills plus to always ride with-in the limits of each individual’s ability, however it is far too often the case […]

We all like to open it up every now and again, and Bosch is outfitting superbikes with the tech to make it safer. By Nick Goddard A decade ago, rider skill was the last word in motorcycle performance. Until then, the dream for many riders was that in some far-off future, with enough practice, you […]

FROM today 1/2/2017 all quad bike riders and passengers will need to wear a helmet. Previously riders could use registered and unregistered quad bikes on private property – such as farms – without one. The changes that have come into effect also ban children under the age of 8 and kids who can not reach […]

More than just riding between the lines Being smaller than the majority of road users is both an advantage and disadvantage of riding a motorcycle. However, many riders don’t give much active consideration to how they can apply a motorcycle’s advantages to help mitigate its disadvantages. Thanks to lane positioning options afforded by a bike’s […]

Unfortunately for riders, its more perilous than ever riding a motorcycle these days. Congestion, drivers using mobile phones, tailgating, poor road surface and just a general disregard for fellow human beings by aggressive drivers is making riding a motorcycle around Australian cities just not that much fun. Here are ten tips to help you Ride […]

Roundabouts Who gives way at a roundabout? When approaching a roundabout you must give way to all vehicles already on the roundabout. In some cases on a multi-lane roundabout, it may be necessary to change lanes before exiting. If you are changing lanes you must give way to vehicles in the lane you are moving […]

The New Year has heralded a renewed push for greater safety on Queensland roads following a rise in road deaths for 2016 compared to the previous year. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey said the rising road toll, and in particular motorcycle fatalities, was alarming. “As we start a new year, sadly we […]

I used to write for a Harley-Davidson magazine whose editor secured me the long-term loan of a Heritage Softail from H-D’s press fleet. I rode the wheels off of that old barge, and enjoyed every mile, but I never subscribed to the unwavering dress code of the local Harley riders––a cat-bowl helmet over a do-rag, […]

With Christmas over for another year and New Year approaching, it’s time to keep safety top of mind when driving over the holiday period. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey said the “Memories” road safety campaign will now shift to feature vintage holiday memories and experiences. “I urge Queenslanders to drive safely […]

NONE of us are perfect riders and there’s never a point where you’ve learnt all there is to know about riding; that’s one of the things that’s so great about motorcycling. What’s not so great is getting it wrong, which is why we’ve put together this list o five mistakes most of us make and how […]

Minister for Road Safety Mark Bailey has rallied five-time world MotoGP champion Mick Doohan to help plead with riders and drivers to make safety a priority these Christmas holidays. Mr Bailey said he was so shocked by the rising road toll, and in particular the recent spate of motorcycle fatalities, that he called Mr Doohan […]

Riders might think drivers don’t care about hitting us, but there is actually scientific evidence that shows they really don’t see us. Of course no driver wants to run into a motorcycle, bicycle or pedestrian. After all, it would cause extensive and expensive damage to their vehicle! The problem is that comparatively small road users […]

While police patrol motorcycle “hot spots” on covert bikes, a MotoMedics first-responder motorcycle on Mt Glorious seems to have had a more preventative effect. In their first full weekend of operation MotoMedics Queensland has reported no incidences, despite a very active weekend for riders around Brisbane. MotoMedics is a volunteer riders group who will act as first responders to […]

Motorcycle safety improvements worth $1.6 million have begun on Beechmont Road. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey said the Palaszczuk Government was committed to building and maintaining safer roads, including projects to improve motorcycle safety. “Works planned include shoulder-widening on the one-way section between Elimbah Court and Jardine Road, and installing guardrails and […]

Dolf Willigers I’m one of the few professionals that work for you. As General Secretary of FEMA my work is advocating motorcyclist interests. Not exactly an eight to five job in the office, but still something I deal with many hours on every day and get paid for. The money for my salary and expenses […]

Adelaide based digital media producer Monkeystack has been engaged by Austroads to produce a library of car and motorcycle hazard perception test (HPT) videos and supporting material. The clips, which will be produced using computer generated imagery (CGI), are in the initial phase of storyboard development in consultation with Austroads member agencies. In a world […]

The recent arrest of two QRide instructors for issuing motorcycle licences and 13 falsely licensed riders confirms the system is working well, says the Motorcycle Riders’ Association of Queensland. READ ABOUT THE ARRESTS HERE MRAQ president Chris Mearns says it shows Queensland Police and the Main Roads and Transport Department are correctly auditing providers. The MRAQ […]

Queensland road safety campaigns win awards Queensland road safety advertisements continue to gain national and international recognition withanother Join the Drive to Save Lives campaignwinning a state marketing award this week. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey, who is attending the road safety national forum in Perth, said it was a fantastic result […]

I ride to work every day, it’s certainly satifiying passing what I estimate to be close to a thousand stationary cars every day using a combination of bus lanes, transit lanes and filtering. It’s all the more satifying when you’re moving through cars and seeing the traffic stopped on the paid toll roads like the M2. I often think […]

Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey will join state and territory road safety ministers and key stakeholders in Perth today to discuss solutions to reduce serious crashes across the nation. Mr Bailey, Queensland’s first ever road safety Minister, said he was looking forward to taking Queensland ideas and initiatives to the meeting. “The […]

United Kingdom – The British Superbike School’s Mike Abbott has made what some may regard an outlandish statement (though we at Motorcycle Minds don’t), following the recent publication of the 2015 National Statistics (Great Britain) on road collisions. His statement that the very misleading “Speed Kills” strap line is a big fib and that it […]

Riding tips to make you a better motorcycle rider. By Ken Condon Illustration: Rich Lee Yesterday at 8:24am Rich Lee Riding tips. When asked, the majority of motorcyclists consider themselves “good” riders. The problem is that we suck at measuring our own abilities. This behavior is common enough that psych experts gave it a […]

We have designed several innovative models for both metropolitan and rural rail level crossings. We’d like to find out which of the new safety features we’ve come up with are likely to lead to the best safety outcomes. This survey asks you to view some short animated simulations of a road user approaching a rail […]

European/Global – ABS – Anti Lock Brakes – Advanced Braking Systems, whatever you wish to label them, are certainly marked out in the realms of ongoing motorcycling technical innovations as something that improves rider safety. Any challenges about the ability of ABS not to stop in corners, on loose road surfaces while keeping the rider […]

Drivers/Riders in Queensland could be issued with infringement notices via email or text message with new e-ticketing technology being used from today. The e-ticketing option being launched by Queensland police is a voluntary option providing an alternative to receiving a fine through the post. The tickets should be issued almost instantaneously and allow a faster […]

As the dust begins to settle after some of the most significant changes to motorcycle licensing ever in Queensland, plenty of people are still confused about where they stand with the new licensing system. The new laws came into effect on Saturday,1st October, 2016. In the lead up to the changes, there was a massive […]

Vision Ins and Outs “You go where you look,” and, “Look where you want to go,” pretty much sum up the basic visual skills a motorcycle rider needs; ignoring them leads to many common faults. Once the continuous, unbroken flow of information about the road ahead coming through the eyes is fractured by some visual […]

United States – Popping up in our news feed recently, are reports of the technological and practical motorcycling training aid – the SKIDBIKE™ described as a “Disruptive Training Technology”, revolutionising the rider learning process. The people at SKIDBIKE™ say that it, “Is the safest technology ever offered in the history of motorised 2‐wheel training. Many […]

We’ve all seen the footage. A motorcyclist overtakes a car, the driver takes offence, speeds up, tailgates and tries to push the motorbike off the road. Scenes like this are becoming increasingly familiar on YouTube and sometimes even the nightly news. More often than not, the footage is from the point of view of a […]

A new Australian report highlights the relationship between motorcycle crashes and road infrastructure, and specifically, how road infrastructure influences both the likelihood of a crash occurring or the resulting severity of a crash. The investigation included: a comprehensive literature review, crash analysis, the identification of road infrastructure elements as crash factors, the identification of effective […]

Police Minister Bill Byrne and Commissioner Ian Stewart today urged motorists to stay safe on the roads these school holidays at the launch of Operation Spring Break 2016. The coordinated state-wide initiative for the September and October school holidays is aimed at reducing the number of serious injury and fatal traffic crashes. The operation, which will […]

This is not your usual first aid training course. At First Aid for Motorcyclists, the focus is entirely on learning motorcycle related first aid trauma management and understanding how to confidently manage an accident scene. The highly specialized areas of training include knowing when and how to remove a helmet and perform effective CPR, how to […]

Is this the end of SMIDSY? What driverless cars mean for motorcyclists Until recently, driverless cars were the stuff of science-fiction movies. But many experts predict they could be the norm on our roads within the next twenty years. So what does this mean for motorcyclists? While many motorcyclists consider driverless cars a threat to […]

Riding defensively isn’t the only approach you need in traffic By Nick Ienatsch For thirteen years I worked full-time for Petersen Publishing Company and commuted by motorcycle into Hollywood, California, from the San Fernando Valley in what can be described as “insanely heavy traffic.” Though I’m no longer in California, I still ride and drive […]

Because stress while riding not only affects enjoyment and stamina but also how your motorcycle performs. Think back on the last time you had a fleeting moment of anxiety while you were riding. I’m not talking about outright panic that happens when a car darts in front of you. I’m referring to that uneasy feeling […]

BMW is working on an idea that could solve the problem of seeing and hearing traditional satellite navigation systems when riding by integrating GPS into a helmet that delivers information directly into your head. No, there are no probes stuck into your brain. The idea is just to use the sort of haptic feedback that […]

Gold Coast motorcyclists were in the sights of police today – but it wasn’t for doing the wrong thing. More than 100 riders were pulled over in Nerang this morning, as authorities try to drive down the number of weekend road deaths. Video on Link GC MOTORCYCLE RIDERS GIVEN THUMBS UP BY POLICE

A new road safety campaign which aims to give a human face to the reality of Queensland’s road toll to highlight the real effect it has on everyday lives, has been launched today in Brisbane. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey and Queensland Police Commissioner Ian Stewart along with families of those who […]

This article is aimed at advanced motorcycle riding in a controlled environment. “I don’t have a good feeling with the front.“ How often do we hear the MotoGP aliens say this ? But just what do they mean, how do we feel the front? Over decades of coaching the biggest anxiety I still see from […]

IT’S OFFICIAL, the controversial proposal for an Isle of Man-style, 47km TT motorcycle race through the Sunshine Coast hinterland is off the table. Sunshine Coast Council CEO Michael Whittaker said the organisers of the proposed Sunshine Coast International TT race withdrew their event sponsorship application to the council, the proponents unable to provide the necessary […]

All new bikes should come with headlight protectors as modern Xenon and LED headlights can be very expensive to replace, some more than $2000! It only takes one errant rock to drain your hip pocket. And don’t be fooled into thinking it is only adventure bikes that are susceptible to copping a rock in the lamp. In […]

United Kingdom – “All accidents are the result of prediction failure. Surprise is Nature’s way of telling us we have experienced such a failure. If there is no surprise, there can be no accident” The aim of the ‘No Surprise? No Accident!’ campaign is to reduce the number of motorcycle crashes by shifting the way […]

Media Release Automatic Number Plate Recognition rolled out to more QPS vehicles Queensland roads will be safer as police expand their capabilities to detect reckless and irresponsible drivers, Police Minister Bill Byrne announced today. Mr Byrne joined Queensland Police Service Superintendent Dale Pointon to announce more police cars would be equipped with Automatic Number Plate […]

Riders caught crossing double white lines after being delayed by an allegedly slow-moving unmarked police vehicle may have little chance of fighting the fine as entrapment. Similar incidences have occurred before, including a 2012 incident on the Old Pacific Highway north of Sydney which the fined riders successfully defended a year later. The latest incident involved […]

9th August 2016 by Motorcycleminds Leave a Comment Europe – The Federation of European Motorcyclists Associations (FEMA) – made up of rider organisations who represent their members in countries from across Europe report that, “Motorcycle safety and accidents vary between individual countries.” FEMA has come to this conclusion in a summary report – “Motorcycle Safety […]

Edge filtering will never be allowed across all states so long as Queensland – the only state that permits the practice – does not acknowledge an anomaly in the law that is resulting in riders being heavily fined. The laws, brought in by the previous Newman Government, allow edge filtering which is described as riding […]

Motorists are being urged to slow down and take extra care following a horror few days on Queensland roads, with six people killed in crashes and many more injured. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey said the road toll for 2016 was currently 145, two more than the same time last year. “This […]

Don’t crash your machine just because you aren’t familiar with these corner-braking maneuvers. Braking while leaned over in a corner is usually something you want to avoid. That’s because there is a limited amount of available traction that needs to be shared between cornering and braking forces. This means you might not have enough traction […]

Are you having trouble remembering when your registration is due now that we no longer have registration stickers or you might change address a lot , well this may help you …. My e-notices and e-reminders About this service This online service allows you to receive emailed notifications and reminders from the department. e-notices Sign […]

When upgrading to a new set of wheels, an important factor to consider is the kind of rubber you’ll be wrapping them in. Your tyres are the only point of contact that your Bike/Car has with the road, so it is of paramount importance that you have your rims shod with some good quality rubber. […]

Pat Delucia finds that small, near objects can appear farther away than larger, farther objects Schematic representation (left panel: top view; right panel: front view) of scenes used to demonstrate the size-arrival effect. Check the local news, and stories of cars pulling out in front of motorcyclists run regularly in the headlines. Recent research by […]

New services which encourages Queenslanders to sign up for email reminders and upcoming registration payments and transport matters has already had massive interest. More than 2300 Queenslanders have already signed up for free e-notices and e-reminders in the first month since the service was introduced in June, allowing customers to receive Transport and Main […]

Queensland Transport and Main Roads (TMR) recently outlined changes to motorcycling licencing laws that will come into effect in October 2016. These form part of their ‘Motorcycle Safety Initiative’ which TMR have indicated were developed considering feedback provided by Queenslanders through the Motorcycle Licencing Discussion Paper and accompanying online survey on the Get Involved website. Other more […]

Infrastructure Improvements to Reduce Motorcycle Casualties This report presents the technical findings of a two-year study which sought to identify effective infrastructure improvements to reduce motorcycle crash risk and crash severity, based on how riders perceive, respond and react to infrastructure they encounter. The project commenced with a literature review of national and international guides, […]

Your sixth sense is that unique instinct all riders share that helps us read the road, the conditions, the potential hazards and stay focused and in control. The more you hone and develop it, the better your chances are of surviving to ride another day. Learn more here and watch the videos. Read & Watch […]

Why do some choose to go unprotected? Experienced, smart motorcyclists know that proper gear, worn all the time, is essential to safety. But it’s apparent that not everyone buys into the concept (we see too many riders wearing little more than beachwear). Assuming they know that crashing is possible, and that surfing asphalt could erase […]

10 Tips To Help Your Throttle Control Presented by Pirelli Tyre’s The techniques in this article are used at motoDNA closed circuit training days to develop riding skills for the road and track. 1 – Lean Angle The more you lean your bike over in a corner the less grip is available from your tyres. […]

Hello Please riders mark your calendars and save this date as the Queensland Bikers & MRAQ are presenting the FREEDOM RIDE on the 19th of November 2016. It will start from the BP Northbound. Meet up from 9am onwards, stands up and on the road at 10am. First stop Landsbourgh then onto some good roads […]

This video of an American rider crashing into a load that had fallen off the back of a boat trailer being pulled by an SUV is a lesson in never following vehicles with dodgy looking loads. Rider Brendan Jankowski, 20, doesn’t seem to be following very closely, but it is close enough for him not […]

Photo courtesy of Amir Photography. Around 60 motorcyclists gathered at Lakeside Park on Sunday June 26 for #ridesafely4me’s inaugural event Day by the Lake supporting #ridesafely4me. The weather was kind and the day was hailed a huge success. Riders travelled from as far away as Coffs Harbour for the event organised through Aussie Riders Social […]

Noobies are the future! A noob’s indoctrination can come at almost any age, but the young ones are easier to train in your image. I’m as guilty as you are, and who could blame us? They’re so cringingly uncool. Noobs! The chubby dude paddling around his cul-de-sac on a blubbering Vulcan? Yep, he flies Harley-Davidson […]

Simply put, traction is the friction between your tires and the road surface. Several factors determine how much traction is available, including surface condition, the tires’ ability to grip the road, and the amount of “load” or pressure pressing the tires onto the surface. Managing that small patch of friction, and knowing what factors help […]

This is just one thing that is happening in the USA motorcycle scene. We are an inclusive community of motorcycle riders advocating one common mission..Our goal – of zero deaths and serious injuries in 2030 – is about the “one”…the individual. It’s about the Washington State Trooper struck by a truck. It’s about the child […]

On a crisp Queensland winters’ morning, nothing beats the feeling of riding up Mount Glorious for brekkie, enjoying the twists and turns on the range from Aratula to Glengallen or the trip from Mossman to Mount Malloyon. Motorcycling is a great way to enjoy all Queensland has to offer and with winter now here, we […]

The Queensland motorcycle lane filtering road rules contain only a minimal amount of positive description of when lane filtering is not permitted but include a general offense of filtering when it is “not safe to do so”. What does this term mean? After holding concerns right from the initial release of the rules […]

Have your voice heard! Complete our survey on the issues facing riders, and we will use the results to lobby for change on behalf of you and the rider community. Survey is open till next Friday. http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2829388/1149

By Paul Dawson and Trevor Hedge While there have been numerous proposals for a TT style race in Australia, in both Tasmania and on NSW’s Oxley Highway, the latter of which did for some time appear to be gaining plenty of traction. The latest proposal comes out of Queensland and is dubbed the ‘Sunshine Coast […]

The Queensland Government has announced sweeping changes to the state’s motorcycle licensing laws. The reforms will be rolled out from October 2016 and include: an off-road practical pre-learner training and assessment course (increasing the required number of courses to obtain an R licence from two to three), a minimum learner licence period of three months […]

The “tar snake” is a nasty species found across the country that has an appetite for motorcyclists. Find out what these are, and what to do when you encounter them, so you don’t end up a victim when they bite! You’ve seen tar snakes out on the road countless times, but probably never paid […]

The Palaszczuk Government is changing motorcycle licencing to improve the skills and safety of Queensland riders and better prepare them for their time on road. Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey said changes to the competency based testing and licensing requirements would boost safety for one of the most vulnerable groups on our […]

How To Improve Your Riding Out Of Sight Riding a motorcycle well and with longevity requires 3 primary elements. Good skill, road-craft (or race-craft) and the right mental approach. Today we talk about the right mental approach using mindfulness. Mindfulness is the practice of bringing your attention to the internal and external experiences occurring in […]

A two-wheel equivalent of the popular Top Gear could soon be hitting TV screens with five-time world champion Mick Doohan as host, supported by Charley Boorman and supermodel Kate Peck. It’s called Bike Torque and the producers are seeking $500,000 to film a pilot and $6.5m for the first season of 13 episodes. Supermodel Kate […]

The state of Victoria has suffered one of its most traumatic starts to the year in relation to motorcycle fatalities, Deniz Uzgun reports. Victoria’s motorcycle death toll is surging, with 28 riders having already lost their lives this year. In May last year this figure was just 13, with the number of motorcyclists killed during 2015 standing at 30. Despite the […]

Some said last year’s Forum at Standards Australia was a farce, yet what resulted was national change to helmet laws to allow sale and use of ECE 22-05 helmets. This came about through regulatory changes by the ACCC and road authorities, not from any action of Standards Australia. This year’s Forum at Standards Australia did […]

MRAQ have found a change in the ADR 57. Have you been booked on or after the 11th of December 2015 for bars wider than 900mm, well this is going to interest you, please read more details here MRAQ Investigation into ADR 57 Any inquires email MRAQ President <mraqpresident@gmail.com>

A helmet forum in Sydney has decided that the Australian standard for helmets is still relevant – at least for now – but requires revision to make it more explicit and not open to interpretation. Despite all Australian states now allowing European-standard UNECE22.05 helmets, it was pointed out that there are helmets currently being sold […]

A Brisbane Barrister has reviewed the laws on aftermarket exhausts and determined that police and authorities do not have the expertise or objectivity to sustain a conviction for the alleged offence. Levente Jurth, who rides an Aprilia Tuono 1100, says he researched the matter because fellow riders have been fined by Queensland Police for having a […]

Australian Motoring Enthusiast Party candidate, motorcycle crash widow and passionate rider Judith Kuerschner says speed cameras are ineffective. “A speed camera is completely ineffective in stopping the fatality that may occur several minutes after a vehicle has sped past. It’s like smacking a dog on the nose for pooping on your lawn two weeks after […]

The aim of the ‘No Surprise: No Accident’ campaign is to reduce the number of motorcycle crashes by shifting the way we think about road safety. Whilst there has been a steady downward trend in road casualties, motorcyclists remain over-represented in those figures and we continue to crash in the same ways and in the same […]

“What’s the best bike for a beginner?” It’s perhaps the most frequently asked question in motorcycle showrooms and in online forums. It’s a necessary question, and one we’ve tried to answer here from time to time. But it got us thinking, what about experienced riders? What’s the best bike for those who have crossed the […]

The state of Victoria has suffered one of its most traumatic starts to the year in relation to motorcycle fatalities, Deniz Uzgun reports. Victoria’s motorcycle death toll is surging, with 28 riders having already lost their lives this year. In May last year this figure was just 13, with the number of motorcyclists killed during 2015 standing at 30. Despite the […]

A rider died without his family by his side six hours after arriving in hospital because the medical authorities had no idea who to contact. This was the scenario that inspired 40-year riding veteran Tony Walton of Perth to address the situation and save some lives. His invention is the ICEmergency USB key which goes […]

Liberal Party initiatives to cut red tape have resulted in axing several modifications to new motorcycle imports, including ugly long fenders. READ OUR STORY The Liberals also promise to remove identification plates on new bikes and make it easier for people to import new and used bikes. Motorbike Writer is asking all the major and many […]

The 2011 Australian Census snubbed motorcycles, causing outrage among riders, yet the new 2016 Census questionnaire is virtually unchanged and still snubs motorcycles. On Census Night, August 9, 2016, the Australian Bureau of Statistics will count close to 10 million dwellings and about 24 million people in Australia. However, the information will totally neglect motorcycles […]

Understand the four-phase system of motorcycle control and how you can apply it to all riding situations, including reducing the risks that riders face from the actions of other road users. Find out how your confidence and state of mind can increase or reduce your safety, and how to manage these influences. Learn about the […]

How many times have you heard this after a car pulls out in front of a motorcycle? Or a motorcycle rider asks, “How could he not see me when it’s a bright, sunny day?” The truth is, he probably didn’t see you. On a clear day, my motorcycle shows up well from 288 feet away, […]

Consistent national road rules across state borders, scrapping anti-association laws, and introducing a motorcycle safety month are among the election initiatives of Australian Sex Party (ASXP) Senate candidate Dr Meredith Doig. Meredith is a long-time rider, former Secretary of the Federation of Australian Motorcyclists (FAM) and one of several motorcyclists contesting the coming election. The candidate […]

Australia is considering stronger consumer laws covering seriously defective vehicles that could go as far as US Lemon Laws but may not include motorcycles. Lemon Laws are consumer protection laws that provide a satisfactory repair, full refund or replacement product for a major consumer expense item such as a car, SUV or motorcycle deemed to repeatedly fail […]

Accident Management Training developed specifically for riders; this half day session is informative, practical and relevant if you ride. ** For all those 1,368 people we have already trained please share this email with other riders so they can get the skills** Our community based “Motorcycle Accident Management Training” program is all about empowering riders, raising awareness and […]

Half of all cycle crashes and a third of all motorcycle crashes in Gloucestershire involved another vehicle where the driver “failed to look”. That’s over 700 riders who have been hurt on our roads since 2008 in preventable and avoidable collisions. Most of these were at urban junctions in the County, where male drivers collided […]

When from today 1st February 2015, some ROAD RULES have changed and QLD riders can now legally Lane Filter. Find out about lane filtering rules that apply to motorcycle riders in Queensland and how to keep safe while doing it. Visit this Website for a transcript of this video and more information on motorcycle rule […]

Queensland motorists are about to take another financial hit, with at least $60 to be added annually to the cost of compulsory third party insurance, as the government works to bring the state in line with a national scheme in place in every other state. The state was signed up to the National Injury Insurance Scheme under […]

Despite media beat-ups that proclaim a massive surge in motorcycle crashes in Queensland, an education program has been credited with actually reducing the toll. Motorcycle Riders’ Association of Queensland president Chris Mearns says most of the deaths were in a few incidents early in the year which triggered an effective MRAQ rider education campaign. “We […]

Because serious motorcycle accidents usually involve a car that violates a motorcyclist’s right of way. Motorcycling is on the edge of a revolution. In the next five to 10 years, fatalities and serious injuries are going to fall like unicycles on ice. There’s a demographic factor: Old baby boomers crash less than young baby boomers. […]

The Results of consultation: Motorcycle licensing discussion paper, which summarises over 1,700 responses received as part of community consultation on possible changes to Queensland’s motorcycle licensing system, is now available. The Motorcycle licensing discussion paper and accompanying online survey were released on the Get involved website on 27 July 2015. The consultation period ran for […]

Senator Ricky Muir has welcomed the government’s announcement removing the outdated consumer protection notice (CPN) governing the sale of motorcycle crash helmets. The Minister for Small Business, the Hon Kelly O’Dwyer MP, made the announcement yesterday following revocation of CPN No. 9 last week. This opens the way for state and territory jurisdictions to align […]

Imagine that you come around a bend and you encounter a serious motorbike accident where a rider is down and injured. What are you going to do? It can be a very confusing, confronting and chaotic experience and you may well suffer sensory overload. To help you think straight and perform the critical actions necessary to provide the […]

International-standard helmets are now available for sale throughout Australia after the Federal Government changed the rules that made them illegal for sale, even though Queensland, Victoria and the Northern Territory have already made them legal to wear. Now riders should be able to access a wider range of safer helmets. They should also be cheaper […]

While the motorcycle community is celebrating the reform that allows international-standard helmets to be sold in Australia, issues such as visors and action cameras still need to be resolved. Australian Motorcycle Council Helmets Committee Chair Guy Stanford says there are many people to thank for the bureaucratic change, but says they will also have to […]

This feature requires audience participation. I also hope it’s informative and entertaining, but without your involvement it becomes an exercise in preaching to the converted. The plan is to spread the word about the benefits of lane filtering, and encourage drivers to get out of their cars and onto a motorcycle for their daily commute […]

“Advocate groups get correction of helmet standard” MRAQ would like to announce the revocation of the ACCC mandatory standard https://www.comlaw.gov.au/Details/F2015L01845 When more information is available it will be posted here.

Did you know you can make yourself more visible with out the need of a high vis-vest. The MRAWA have put this brochure together for your benefit. This booklet was put together by MRA Western Australia Make Yourself Visible

You don’t need a high visibility vest to become more visible on the road, says the Motorcycle Riders Association of Western Australia. They say it’s more about road position and looking out for hazards that can obscure you. They have produced an excellent motorcycle rider education brochure called Make Yourself Visible which you can use to make […]

Have you got a minute …??? Incentives for safe driving A group of randomly selected Queenslanders from across the State will soon come together as a road safety ‘Citizens’ Taskforce’. They will discuss and deliberate on how incentives could be used to encourage safe driving, including for young people. The taskforce will hear from experts […]

Incentives for safe driving A group of randomly selected Queenslanders from across the State will soon come together as a road safety ‘Citizens’ Taskforce’. They will discuss and deliberate on how incentives could be used to encourage safe driving, including for young people. The task-force will hear from experts in behavioral science, economics and road […]

MRAQ monthly meetings are open to members and visitors, so come along and check it out. Meetings are held on the Second Tuesday of every month starting at 7.30pm at: 26 Monte St, Slacks Creek QLD 4127 Where is the Moss Street International ? View the map. https://plus.google.com/100306434882125608354/about… Come early and have a meal all […]

MRAQ AGM Results. The MRAQ AGM resulted in changes to the committee. The new executive committee are: President: Chris Mearns Vice President: Steve Prickle Clancy Secretary: Steve Prickle Clancy Treasurer: Stewart Stevenson We would like to thank the previous committee for their fantastic efforts over the past 12 months. We also welcome the new committee […]

Subject – Proposed Changes to Motorcycle Licensing Today the MRAQ participated in a media event in conjunction with the Queensland Minster for Main Roads to announce the release tomorrow of a discussion paper on proposals for changes to the motorcycle licensing process. This discussion paper is intended to seek input from any interested party as […]

Learner riders could face tougher testing procedures under proposals in a discussion paper which would bring Queensland into line with graduated licensing schemes in other states. If implemented, Queensland would then actually have the toughest tests for a learner rider as it is the only state that requires potential riders to hold a car licence […]

Since when was the solution to the problem of signs that were too small and difficult to see, to replace them with no signs at all? When they alert you to the presence of a police mobile speed camera, of course! At least that is the excuse given by Queensland Police for eliminating signs warning […]

While many riders believe police are the enemy, discriminate against them and harass them, it seems British police actually encourage motorcycling.The UK Council of Police Chiefs website http://www.motorcycleframework.co.uk/ includes a motorcycle framework……… section that features six sections with positive headings: Road user awareness; Educate to deliver; Motorcycles as a practical solution; Unlocking the benefits of […]

Motorcyclist first aid course on the road to reach 3000 riders in the next two years. What every rider needs to know in the event of a motorbike accident. Motorcycle accident scene training equipping motorcyclists with the knowledge, skills and confidence to provide roadside accident scene management and emergency motorcycle first aid. All details can be […]

The Federation of European Motorcyclists’ Associations has published a literature study on crash barriers. The best barrier for a motorcyclist is no barrier at all. If the barrier itself is more dangerous than what it is designed to protect, no guard rail should be installed. Since there are bridges, threes, steep mountain roads, oncoming traffic […]

If you’re planning on dusting off that old motorbike and hitting the road, it may not just be your road skills that need brushing up. Be sure to check out our helpful ‪#‎perfectride‬ guide for all you’ll need to know. Perfect Ride & More Here.

When a man whose body is filled with steel after horrific motorcycle crashes tells you to ride safe, it’s probably time to listen. After 10 fatalities and more than 1000 crashes this year, Queensland’s paramedics recruited motorbike legend Mick Doohan to ram the message home to riders. The five-time champion famously broke many bones, including […]

AN idiot motorcyclist has been caught texting while riding in death-defying speeds of up to 100km/h. In a shocking photo obtained by the Herald Sun, the woman is seen riding along EastLink at high speeds while looking down at her mobile phone. Steven, 25, who did not wish for his surname to be published, said […]

Look where you want to go! Steer the bike with your eyes! You go where you look! How often have we motorcyclists heard these phrases? Looking where you want to go obviously relates to vision, an important sense for everyday life, however when we introduce motorcycles, the importance of vision increases dramatically,………. Not just […]

The International Road Federation (IRF) – Roads Australia (RA) Regional Conference for Asia and Australasia, the largest of its type to be held in the Asia-Pacific region concluded in Sydney today calling for thought leadership within the national and international road sector when it comes to addressing the pandemic of Road Safety. Under the theme […]

UK based Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) have published their “How To Be A Better Rider” online. While it’s UK specific, there’s loads of great information and advice for all riders. Read More Here.

Why do we fail to see objects on the road? Why do we tend not to look near the edges of a framed scene? RAF pilot and keen cyclist John Sullivan explains how human vision works and how we can prevent road accidents by overriding the natural limitations of our eyes and brain Explained here […]

This online service allows you to practice your general, motorcycle and heavy vehicle tests. The questions used in these tests are similar to the questions used on the real tests. Before taking any of the practice road rules tests, make sure you have read Your Keys to Driving in Queensland. You should also read the […]

Police and road safety experts will meet with Queensland Government Ministers this week for top level talks on road safety.The state’s peak road safety organisations – RACQ and CARRS-Q – will join other key stakeholders at the Safer Roads, Safer Queensland forum to discuss ways to address the unacceptable Easter road toll on the state’s […]

No one likes commuting in traffic but if you have no choice but to face the morning and afternoon rush hour, there’s no better way to do so than on a motorcycle. Being maneuverable and small, a motorcycle can squeeze into the gaps separating cars and get to the front of the queue in a […]

Imagine riding a motorcycle at over 265 km/h with you eyes closed ! Thats exactly what motoDNA Athlete Ben Felten will be doing as he attempt’s to break the World Record for the fastest speed riding a motorcycle whilst blindfolded, only Ben is completely blind.Check out Ben and his Blind Speed Team’s journey as captured by Daily […]

Riders and their representatives have called for an education campaign for all motorists to alert them to the new rules about lane filtering.The call comes after some isolated incidents of road rage by drivers who did not realise lane filtering is now legal in NSW, Queensland and the ACT where it is under a two-year […]

Welcome to 131940 The 131940 Traffic and Travel Information website exists to assist road users to make informed travel choices. This means providing accurate, timely and relevant traffic and road condition information to help all motorists make informed travel decisions, reduce the disruption caused by incidents, and minimise the effects of congestion. More Info Here

There are mixed emotions about the ability of a national helmet forum today (February 19) to resolve the confusing helmet standards across the nation and the varied interpretations by law enforcement. Standards Australia has invited members of the public to participate in the helmet forum in Sydney to discuss changes to helmet laws (and MotorbikeWriter […]

A national motorcycle helmet forum has failed to reach any resolutions nor give riders any clear indication of what is a legal helmet or whether tinted visors and helmet cameras are legal. Today’s forum was convened by Standards Australia and included representatives of state and federal governments, road safety groups, certifiers, retailers, distributors, importers and […]

The Motorcycle Council of NSW has called for national road rules on helmet use that are separate to the current helmet standards so riders know where they stand on issues such as tinted visors and helmet cams. Vice-chair Dr Bruce Campbell says the Australian product safety standard system for helmets “is broke”. “What pisses riders […]

Psychological studies say it’s the rider on the right. We find out why Why faster is safer Mr slow and steady doesn’t always win the race. In fact, he’s more likely to pay so little attention to the race that he makes a foolish mistake and crashes. By applying proven psychological rules to riding, Bike […]

The Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development has approved an amendment to Australian Design Rule (ADR) 42/04 to remove the requirement for rear mudguard extensions for motorcycles, though front and rear mudguards are still required. Requirements here…….

With the help of Moto GP champion Mick Doohan, we’ve released this video educating motorists on safely sharing the road with motorcyclists. Tips for sharing the road with motorcyclists include always checking your blind spots and mirrors, being aware motorcycles can accelerate quickly and giving them plenty of room. Watch Video Here.

The MRAQ wishes to advise all motorcyclists of the upcoming changes to the laws on Lane Filtering, Vehicle Control and Helmets as contained in the attached link. The association has been been working on having these laws revised for a considerable time and it is pleasing to get a response that represents common sense. It […]

Today 1st October Checking your car registration status will be simple for Queensland drivers following the release of a new app to coincide with Rego Sticker Liberation Day. Assistant Minister for Public Transport Steve Minnikin said that from today Queenslanders could rip off their sticky registration labels for good. “Cutting red tape for Queenslanders is […]

At the G20 meeting, world leaders have called for improved safety for motorcycle riders by getting more riders on the roads. This mockumentary news report has an important safety message behind it. Research has shown that having more riders on the roads increases the awareness and visibility of riders by motor vehicle drivers. This reduces […]

It is with a sad heart i have to inform you of the passing of Jan “Pinkie” Moorby she passed at 4am this morning in the arms of her devoted husband Kiwi. For those that may not know Pinkie she was the Secretary of the MRAQ for a few years and a great little ambassador […]

Motorcycle and scooter use is climbing – we should embrace the trend and think about its potential to boost productivity in cities by reducing traffic congestion. An old friend of mine recently bought a Vespa Italian scooter to ride to work in the city. He’s a married man with a family – not a young […]

Hard-hitting footage of a fatal collision in Norfolk has been released by police. Hard-hitting footage of a fatal collision in Norfolk has been released by police in a bid to get motorcyclists and drivers to think seriously about road safety. Viewers are warned that this video contains content which some may find distressing, but it does […]

MRAQ wished there were many more politicians that understand and can see how motorcycles and scooters help in many ways. Why are motorcyclists treated so badly? What could be improved? And what are you going to do about it? Watch Video Here.

MRAQ AGM Results. The MRAQ AGM resulted in changes to the committee. The new executive committee are: President: Chris Mearns Vice President: Steve Prickle Clancy Secretary: Steve Prickle Clancy Treasurer: Stewart Stevenson We would like to thank the previous committee for their fantastic efforts over the past 12 months. We also welcome the new committee […]

If you tour this great land of ours , it may just pay to freshen up on what is different to our home state. Wanna know exactly what you can and can’t do under the NSW Filtering Laws? Here’s what you need to know. Please share far and wide with your motorcycling friends. CLICK HERE […]

In the wake of the strong response to QLD’s Motorcycle discussion paper, QLD Minister Scott Emerson seems to be favourable towards motorcycle filtering and a change to both the road rules and helmet laws. Well done to MRAQ for their role in this outcome! Well done to those who took the time to respond. For […]

In-depth investigations of accidents involving powered two wheelers. The collection and analysis of the MAIDS research project data would not have been possible without the active support and contribution of the following people: Read More Here.

The state opposition says the public is entitled to question the heavy-handed approach of police to recreational motorcyclists.On Friday, Opposition police spokesman Bill Byrne received 10,000 signatures on a petition from casual motorcyclists complaining about harassment by police cracking down on outlaw motorcycle cycle gangs.”The government members and the ministers who spoke on the bill […]

MOTORCYCLISTS have compared the way the Queensland government’s anti-bikie laws have impacted on innocent riders to the Nazi’s treatment of the Jewish people.The Queensland opposition has been handed a petition carrying the signatures of 10,000 people who are furious about the crackdown’s impact on innocent riders. Petition organiser and journalist Mark Hinchcliffe says ordinary motorcyclists […]

MRAQ would like to remind you this not compulsory to advice police of your ride. Motorcycle riders will now have to ring a police hotline number if they want to ride in groups of three or more in peace. That is the preposterous proposal given to recreational riders today at an hour-long meeting with Queensland […]

THREE or more motorcyclists riding together will face police scrutiny regardless of whether they belong to an outlaw gang under laws before State Cabinet today. The move has angered recreational bikers, who have branded them “ridiculous”. Attorney-General Jarrod Bleijie yesterday confirmed that riders would not have to be in club colours to warrant police attention […]

Australia’s motorcycling community has joined forces with road safety advocates Maurice Blackburn in an online-campaign to urge State and Territory Governments to give the green light to ‘lane filtering’ to ease traffic congestion. In a video released Monday 7 October 2013 (see here http://youtu.be/wSRY7RxMF1g), the practice of lane filtering – which is legal in many […]

MRAQ AGM Results. The MRAQ AGM resulted in changes to the committee. The new executive committee are: President: Chris Mearns Vice President: Steve Prickle Clancy Secretary: Steve Prickle Clancy Treasurer: Stewart Stevenson We would like to thank the previous committee for their fantastic efforts over the past 12 months. We also welcome the new committee […]

THOUSANDS of motorcycles are escaping detection by speed cameras because they don’t have a front registration plate – but a new weapon in the police arsenal is set to change that. Figures obtained by The Courier-Mail show in the last year 2062 motorcycles were unable to be identified despite being caught on mobile and fixed […]

MOTORCYCLE riders aren’t all hairy marauders causing trouble. To the Government they are more likely to be two-wheeled benefactors adding to the quality of city life. And Transport Minister Anthony Albanese is a big fan of big bikes and cute scooters, today talking up their roles “in the transport ecology of our cities”. “Scooters and […]

“Can I park my motorbike on a pedestrian footpath? I see other bikes parked outside my street all the time,” enquires Lifehacker reader Anonibiker. The answer depends on a number of factors, including where you live, the diligence of parking inspectors in your area and whether you’re brave enough to take a gamble… In most […]

AN award-winning road safety campaign backed by five-time world champion Mick Doohan has been axed by the Gold Coast City Council. The Safe Motorcycle Advanced Rider Training (SMART) courses were scrapped in budget cuts, with the council saying road safety was not part of its “core business”. The program has been a road safety success, […]

The 4 wheeled road users see it as riders are getting in-front of them mentality, as was stated in the Victorian Motorcycle Safety Inquiry there needs to be attitude change to convince and allow them to see what filtering means to the over all traffic flow We the riders need to be the ambassadors in […]

Driver distraction is one of the biggest issues on Queensland roads today. The latest research shows that 88 percent of RACQ’s 1.2 million members believe it’s a bigger problem now than it was five years ago. In this episode of RACQ TV, we take a closer look at what driver distraction is by identifying the […]

Road age is working against born-again bikers IT’S a refrain commonly repeated by the people who prepare motorcyclists for the road: to die on a motorbike, it’s not necessary to be either young or stupid. An analysis of 25 years of road-toll data ahead of a parliamentary report into motorcycle safety to be tabled in […]

For the first time motorcycle riders have been praised by a federal minister and a federal government report for helping make our cities nicer places to live in. And in part this is because Transport Minister Anthony Albanese took a trip to Italy. Australia’s 700,000 motorbike and scooter riders were saluted in the Government’s State […]

The are the videos of the day for posterity sake MRAQ posted. Victorian Protest Rally – Part 1 of 4 Victorian Protest Rally – Part 2 of 4 Victorian Protest Rally – Part 3 of 4 Victorian Protest Rally Part 4 of 4

MRAQ AGM Results. The MRAQ AGM resulted in changes to the committee. The new executive committee are: President: Chris Mearns Vice President: Steve Prickle Clancy Secretary: Jan Birch Treasurer: Stewart Stevenson We would like to thank the previous committee for their fantastic efforts over the past 12 months. We also welcome the new committee into […]

The MRAQ Committee would like to set the record straight about a newspaper article in the Courier Mail 5th May 2012 which contained incorrect information and makes outrageous inferences. The MRAQ is an independent stand alone Association that is a voice for all riders. The MRAQ is not and never will be influenced by any Clubs, Businesses or Organisations. The MRAQ is an […]

The MRAQ committee would like explain the current issues that are being targeted. The two main issues are proposals for 1) O% BAC for ALL motorcyclists, for which there is currently a study underway by Monash University on how to implement that is being funded by the Qld. Transport & Main Roads Dept. and 2) […]

MRAQ required at the March Meeting to fill the vacancy’s of President, Vice President and Membership Officer as the people holding these positions all resigned, these positions were filled as votes were taken the positions are now filled the President Chris Mearns, VP Steve Clancy and Treasuer Stewart Stevenson.

There will be speakers advising what is happening regarding the Hi-Vis issue, 0% Blood Alcohol Concentration only for motorcyclists, the predicted Rego increase, Helmets Standards…..and a lot of other issues that will involve US the motorcyclist. Please come and hear what the Government and the Queensland Transport & Main Roads have on there agendas, be […]

Hard to believe but it is almost that time of year again! This years run is on Sunday 5th December and will leave from Nudgee College (time TBC) and finish at Drevesen Park Wynnum. The Lord Mayor Campbell Newman will be in attendance at the start location. Please note that Qld Motorways and GoVia have […]

Its that time again! The 2009 Toy Run is on Sunday 6th December, 2009. This years run leaves from Nudgee College (10am) and finishing at the Murrarie Recreation Reserve on Wynnum Road on Sunday Dec 6. You can view the route map here. A flyer is available for download from here. Or you can downoad the […]

The MRAQ AGM resulted in changes to the committee. The new executive committee are: President: Dennis Chester Vice President: Bruce Gaskin Secretary: Jan Birch Treasurer: Chris Beek We would like to thank the previous committee for their fantastic efforts over the past 12 months. We also welcome the new committee into their roles and look […]

Motorcycle popularity in Australia continued to grow at a faster rate than any other vehicle type in the twelve months to March 2009, with registrations up by 10.0%, according to figures released by the ABS. Motorcycle (including scooter) registrations have increased by 57.5% over the five years to 2009, according to figures released today by […]

Queensland Transport have released the Queensland Motorcycle Safety Strategy 2009-2012. This strategy has come about from the work of the MRAQ, other motorcycle stakeholders and Queensland Transport via the Motorcycle Safety Working Group. The results of your comments to the recent QT consultation paper have also played a big part in the development of this document. More […]

The MRAQ has completed and sent in its submission to the latest Travelsafe Committee Inquiry: Smart Growth & Transit Oriented Development to Reduce Car Dependency in Queensland. We expect that our submission will be uploaded to the Inquiry website. When it is we will provide a link to the document here. Watch this space…

The Queensland Premier, Hon. Anna Bligh and the Hon. John Mickel have released information on a new safety package which aims to improve rider safety in Qld. The details can be found on this media statement here. The MRAQ will provide a full response to this release shortly.

The recent OECD Motorcycle Conference held in Lillehammer has developed a list of the top 20 countermeasures to imporve the safety of the global population of 313 million powered two wheelers. 20 TOP PRIORITIES from the WORKSHOP ON MOTORCYCLING SAFETY – Session 4 COUNTER MEASURES: 1. Training Develop a tiered approach to motorcycle training which […]

The MRAQ will again be holding a rally from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th of June at the Dayboro Show Grounds. A map of the location is available HERE (The site is visible to the left of point B, which is the driveway entrance). There will be live music, hot showers, raffles, bar, silly games […]

Motorcycling is an important and an increasingly popular form of transport but unfortunately one that carries an increased casualty risk compared to other forms of transport. For many years the authorities who are responsible for road safety have paid very little attention to making motorcycling safer. Thankfully, this has changed over the past couple of […]

Transport Minister Hon Paul Lucas and Queensland Transport have released a motorcycle specific advertising campaign aimed at increasing awareness. The campaign provides a simple message encouraging motorists and motorcycle riders to share the road. Riders are asked to keep in sight, while motorists are asked to do shoulder checks, look for riders in their rear […]

It is with a heavy heart we inform you that previous MRAQ Vice President and committed motorcycle advocate, Ian Mathers passed away on Saturday 26th May at 11:32pm after a relatively short battle with illness. Ian was an avid motorcyclist who liked nothing more than going for a ride with a close group of friends. […]

The Queensland Government’s proposed young rider law has passed through Parliament without any evidence to suggest that young rider crashes and fatalities will be reduced. The new law which will be introduced from July, will force young people who wish to obtain a motorcycle learners permit to first hold a car license for a period […]